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UCI WR60 animal science! Learning more and researching about animal science everyday.

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@chuongus Agreed! Reviewing peers' drafts helped develop my critical thinking, allowed me to improve my own writing, and gave me inspiration on what I could do to make my writing better.

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@elise13999 I did not know that Coyotes were so adaptable to their environment!

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@kylielk888 Using pain to train dogs is unethical and unnecessary when positive reinforcement is a proven humane alternative.

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@elise13999 Allowing these inhumane contests threatens recovery of vulnerable species across most of the U.S... and people wonder why so many species of animals are going extinct/endangered.

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@AngelDerouin I did not know beforehand that either; I'm thankful that I decided to do research on wolves as now I'm a bit more knowledgeable. But it is sad to see that they are still being hunted after nearly a century disputing with humans.
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@miremadk Finding/researching for scientific literature was a new experience for me too. This process of finding and analyzing academic sources will be useful in future work.
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@miremadk I also had no idea about the back-and-forth legal status of wolves until researching this project. Their conservation history shows why ongoing advocacy is still needed.
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@kylielk888 Agreed, constructing a website forced me to present my project clearly for a public audience. The design process taught me valuable skills in visual communication and organization.

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@kyl3wu959 Good point, I found experts and organizations on Twitter that updated me on the latest wolf research and policy news for my AP.

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@ahtzirimen3 I completely agree! I've developed a much deeper admiration and sense of compassion for my animal through researching the threats they face for this project.
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@elise13999 Like you, I didn't grasp the constant danger certain animals face until delving into the problems for this project. This class helped me understand how even protected species aren't safe from human persecution.
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WR60 taught me how to turn research articles into accessible writing for general audiences. I learned how to identify key findings, explain details concisely, and contextualize the relevance of research for public audiences.
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WR60 taught me how to use Twitter to connect with scientists, journalists, advocacy groups, etc. working on wolf conservation issues. Following these experts allowed me to stay updated on research and policy developments to incorporate into my project.
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Making effective solutions challenged me to motivate audiences through social media. I learned to emphasize easy steps and relate personal relevance to readers. It taught me how effective advocacy requires understanding your audience's perspectives.
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Chapron & Treves' study stuck with me, showing that allowing hunting increases illegal killing. Culling fails to promote tolerance; instead creates more willingness to poach wolves. This research showed me another perspective on the flaws of lethal control. #WhatIlearnedinWR60

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I found it interesting that the social structure of wolf packs makes them vulnerable to human disruption. Killing breeding wolves/pack leaders can ruin wolves' reproduction and survival. This shows how connected wolf population dynamics are with human actions.
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Non-lethal strategies like guardian dogs, anti-poaching patrols, enclosures, and compensation for rare livestock losses will provide the most sustainable path for wolves and humans to coexist.
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February 2022, federal judge Jeffrey White restored the federal Endangered Species Act protections for gray wolves across most of the lower 48 states, reversing the Trump administration's attempt to remove safeguards.
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2/3 of monitored wolf deaths in Wisconsin is due to poaching. Illegal killing of wolves in Wisconsin and Michigan continued after hunting was suspended. The rate and risk at which wolves in the US are being poached differs vastly from government claims.
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Researchers in Poland recorded over 90 wolves illegally shot or snared from 2002-2020. Illegal killing kills 33% of the population annually—around 216 to 1,000 wolves. But only 9 were detected annually, showing how most poaching goes unseen.
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